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Midwest Review Intern

Stevens Point, WI · On-site

$12/hr

... literary magazine housed at UWSP and published by Professors Snowbarger, Stukenberg, and Tangedal. We're looking for a handful of eager folks to join our team for the fall 2025 semester. Interns will ...

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Midwest Review Intern

Universities of Wisconsin

Stevens Point, WI • On-site

$12/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day operations of the publication, including email correspondence, data entry, and mailings.

  • Assist with publicity and promotion efforts, including contacting regional bookstores and proofreading.

  • Research grant opportunities related to the publication.

University Of Wisconsin System rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 55 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Current Students: If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Workday Internal Jobs Site for Students
Position Title:
Midwest Review Intern
Job Category:
Student Hourly
Job Profile:
Student Help
Job Summary:
Compensation
$12/hour
Hours
10 Hours per week
Job Description Midwest Review is a nationally recognized literary magazine housed at UWSP and published by Professors Snowbarger, Stukenberg, and Tangedal. We're looking for a handful of eager folks to join our team for the fall 2025 semester. Interns will be tasked with the day-to-day operations that keep the publication afloat, including email correspondence, data entry, and mailings. Other tasks may include assisting with publicity and promotion, contacting regional bookstores, proofreading, and researching grant opportunities. Approved interns may register for English 498: Writing Internship and earn 1-3 course credits.
About Midwest Review
Midwest Review is an annual print magazine featuring the Midwest in new work by writers, photographers, and artists who live in, or have lived in, the Midwest.
The Midwest is the region of the north central United States that includes the Great Lakes area and the upper Mississippi River valley (according to the U.S. Census Bureau, the Midwest is comprised of Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Kansas, and Missouri). Of course, the Midwest is also a state of mind.
Midwest Review looks for thoughtful and thought-provoking writing and visual art that examines, interprets, and redefines the wide spectrum of life, past and present, in the Midwest. We welcome work from writers in under-represented communities and from writers in or from the Midwest who are currently or have been incarcerated.
Required Qualifications
  • Attention to detail
  • Excellent written communication skills
  • Great time management skills

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience reading, editing or proofreading
  • Experience with Adobe InDesign

Supplement Application Requirements
In a page or less, tell us why you're a good fit for our team. What skills would you bring to the table? Do you excel at reading, editing, or proofreading? Do you complete tasks in a timely manner? Are you familiar with Adobe InDesign? Please address how this opportunity aligns with your future goals. Submit your letter of application to the English Department office, 486 CCC, or submit through Workday.
Contact Information
For specific position details and questions: Lindsey Cheever, lcheever@uwsp.edu.
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Special Notes:
Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.EverythingPointsHere.com.
Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or hr@uwsp.edu.
The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspx
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
EEO Statement:
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

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